Harbor Freight Tools 66842 Owner's manual

66842
Harbor Freight Tools
Brand
Harbor Freight Tools
Model
66842
Type
Owner's manual

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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
To Test an Alternator:
1. With the car located in a well-ventilated area (due to risk of carbon
monoxide poisoning), the parking brake set, all accessories off, and the
transmission in neutral/park, start the car and allow car to run for several
minutes. Plug in meter.
2. Read scale from the left part of the tester and compare with following chart:
To Test a Battery:
1. With the car’s engine cold (at least 30 minutes after last use) and all
accessories off, turn the key to the accessory or on position without starting
the engine. Plug in the meter.
2. Read scale from the right part of the tester and compare with following chart:
Note: The charts above assume that the rest of the car is in perfect repair. Poor
connections, wiring problems, or many other factors can cause a poor reading.
Always have a professional mechanic thoroughly investigate any automotive
problems before performing repairs.
LEDs Lit
Approx.
Voltage
Alternator
Status
Red Green Yellow
YES YES YES >14.8 Overcharging
NO YES YES 13.4-14.8 Normal
NO NO YES 13.2-13.4 Charging Inadequately
NO NO NO < 13.2 Malfunctioning
LEDs Lit
Approx.
Voltage
Battery
Status
Red Yellow Green
YES YES
YES >12.6
Fully Charged
BLINK 12.4-12.6
YES YES NO 12.1-12.4 Weak
YES BLINK NO 11.8-12.1 Almost Dead
YES NO NO < 11.8 Dead
CAUTION
To prevent injury and property damage:
Keep away from children.1.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves during use. Remove any 2.
jewelry before working on vehicle’s battery.
Use as intended only.3.
Inspect before every use; do not use if damaged.4.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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Harbor Freight Tools 66842 Owner's manual

66842
Harbor Freight Tools
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Harbor Freight Tools
Model
66842
Type
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